Build & Design Articles – Page 2
Putting the DMV on the Map: Beltway Pools Achieves Prestigious GENESIS Master Certification
Beltway Pools celebrates a historic milestone: Rob Moore and Dragan Kostadinovic are now the first GENESIS Master Certified pool builders in the entire DMV.
Sandra Petrovic
Automatic Pool Covers: Benefits, Cost, and Whether They're Worth It
What an automatic pool cover actually costs in the DMV — $25,000–$30,000 new, or $14,000–$18,000 to replace on existing tracks — plus the safety, energy, and code benefits, and when it isn't worth it.
Sandra Petrovic
Why Now Is the Best Time to Build a Pool (And How to Get Started)
Spring is the best time to build a pool in the DMV. Learn why getting started now beats the summer rush and how Beltway Pools makes the process straightforward.
Robert Moore
Pool Shape Ideas: How to Choose the Right Design
Pool shape ideas for any backyard — rectangular, freeform, kidney, plunge pool, and spool — with guidance on sizing, yard constraints, and resale value in the DMV.
Robert Moore
How Long Does It Take to Build a Pool?
A realistic breakdown of how long building a pool takes in Virginia and Maryland — from permits to first swim — including what causes delays and when to start.
Dragan Kostadinovic
Inground vs. Above Ground Pools: Which Is Right for You?
Inground vs. above ground pools compared on cost, aesthetics, value, maintenance, and HOA rules — guidance for homeowners in Virginia, Maryland, and DC.
Dragan Kostadinovic